Outlook Dominic Canzone
Dominic Canzone reaches career-high power milestone while anchoring Mariners lineup
Canzone continues to serve as the primary designated hitter for the first-place Mariners, who currently hold a 41-41 record despite a recent two-game losing streak. While he has hit a cold spell over the last seven days with just a .083 batting average, he recently swatted his 12th home run of the season to set a new career high. He remains a fixture in the heart of the order, benefiting from a relatively healthy Seattle roster that has avoided major blows to its primary hitting core.
Under the hood, Canzone's recent month-long surge of a .338 average and 1.121 OPS has been a massive boost to fantasy managers, though the recent cooling off suggests a return to his season baseline. Our data indicates his current home run pace has already doubled his preseason expectations, and while his .275 season average is an asset, his high strikeout rate and career history suggest he may settle closer to a neutral .250 hitter as the summer progresses.
The week concludes with a three-game series against the Guardians. Canzone draws favorable matchups against Joey Cantillo, who carries a 4.28 ERA, and Slade Cecconi, who has struggled with a 1.44 WHIP. While the finale against Gavin Williams is a tougher test, the everyday volume and the chance to exploit high-ERA starters in Cleveland make him a viable option for those needing power. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Nathan Church
Nathan Church Emerges as a Sparkplug Since Return from Injury
Since being activated from the injured list, Church has been locked in at the plate, posting a blistering .400 batting average and 1.200 OPS over his last five games. The third-place Cardinals currently sit at 42-36 in the National League Central and have rewarded his hot hand by installing him as the everyday center fielder. His recent form includes four runs and a stolen base, providing the multi-category impact fantasy managers crave.
While Church’s season projection of .247 suggests he may eventually cool down, his underlying performance during this 15-game stretch (.342 average) shows a more disciplined approach than his career baseline. He has already surpassed his 2025 production in nearly every category, and while the power is modest with five home runs, his ability to limit strikeouts and find gaps makes this breakout look legitimate for the summer months.
The Cardinals conclude their week with a home series against the Marlins, featuring a difficult matchup tonight against Max Meyer and his 2.80 ERA. He later faces Tyler Phillips, who carries a 3.21 ERA, but Church's projected .344 average for the remainder of the week keeps his floor high. Given his current momentum and status as the primary option in center field, he is a high-priority lineup lock. Start.
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